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Darell E. Brown

Fairlawn

Summary

Operations professional with track record of maintaining high standards and delivering results in production environments. Proven ability to ensure smooth operations and uphold stringent safety protocols. Known for strong collaboration skills and adaptability to changing demands, with focus on precision and problem-solving. Experienced with operating complex machinery and maintaining production efficiency. Utilizes technical expertise to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues swiftly. Knowledge of safety protocols ensures secure and productive work environment.


Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Press / Jet Operator

Commercial Vehicle Group
01.2022 - Current
  • Examine completed workpieces for defects, such as soft breakdown or marred surfaces and record defective pieces according to types of flaws
  • Measure completed workpieces to verify conformance to specifications, using templates
  • Set stops on machine beds, change dies, and adjust components, such as rams or power presses, when making multiple pieces
  • Start machines, monitor their operations, and record operational data
  • Set up, operate, and tend machines to saw, cut, shear, slit, punch, crimp, notch, bend, or straighten fiberboard material
  • Maintain optimal levels of production & quality throughout the manufacturing process

Salt Generalist

Spectrum Brands
01.2019 - 01.2022
  • Train new employees in company policies, procedures, and operations as a certified Spectrum Brands mentor
  • Operate & troubleshoot various machines in the facility, including machines in technical operations and salt operations
  • Preventative maintenance of various systems located in the salt preparation area, including the Avatar system, Hammermill system, etc.
  • Observe & record data on all materials produced/used during a shift and report that data to the appropriate departments

Materials Handler

BondCote Corporation
01.2018 - 01.2018
  • Direct the functions and operations in mixing pigments and chemicals together for coloring PVC compounds to coat fabrics
  • Prepare compounds for coaters/laminators according to the company formulas
  • Check compounds for proper viscosity & report/record the information to the Lead Mixer

Warehouse Manager

Kitchen Cabinet Worx
01.2012 - 01.2018
  • Manage onboarding and supervision of staff/trainees
  • Keep staff/trainees informed on critical information about safety, operations, policies, & procedures
  • Manage warehouse calendar to coordinate incoming/outgoing orders to commercial & residential projects in and around the Tri-State area
  • Maintain and track company vehicle usage
  • Coordinate and schedule disposal of excess waste materials from all commercial & residential renovation projects

Operations Manager

Netlink Enterprises
01.2006 - 01.2010
  • Manage and maintain warehouse online presence by adding/removing available & discontinued products from sales channels
  • Manage and maintain physical storefront located at the main warehouse
  • Troubleshoot commercial & residential order issues via telephone and internet placed through Amazon & other sales channels
  • Place/track incoming & outgoing orders to and from the warehouse for commercial & residential customers
  • Manage accounts payable and receivable for the warehouse
  • Field customer inquiries regarding products and services offered through the company

Education

Bachelor of Science - Economics

Radford University
Radford, VA
12-2024

Associate of Science - General Studies

New River Community College
Dublin, VA
12-2021

Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (MOS certified in Excel 2019), Google Docs, and other financial / order tracking systems
  • Experience with coding languages, including Python, Javascript, and R
  • Ability to perform general office and processes management duties by utilizing existing corporate systems
  • Ability to meet deadlines, work independently, and plan/problem solve in a pragmatic, diplomatic and professional manner
  • Trained and certified in confined space situations with several employers
  • Trained and certified in electric lift & fork truck operations with several employers

Accomplishments

    • Omicron Delta Epsilon (International Honor Society in Economics) Member

    • National Society of Leadership and Success Member

Timeline

Press / Jet Operator

Commercial Vehicle Group
01.2022 - Current

Salt Generalist

Spectrum Brands
01.2019 - 01.2022

Materials Handler

BondCote Corporation
01.2018 - 01.2018

Warehouse Manager

Kitchen Cabinet Worx
01.2012 - 01.2018

Operations Manager

Netlink Enterprises
01.2006 - 01.2010

Bachelor of Science - Economics

Radford University

Associate of Science - General Studies

New River Community College